{"id":146155,"date":"2026-02-06T15:38:23","date_gmt":"2026-02-06T15:38:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/146155\/"},"modified":"2026-02-06T15:38:23","modified_gmt":"2026-02-06T15:38:23","slug":"historic-marker-for-gilbert-mcqueen-unveiled-in-orlando","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/146155\/","title":{"rendered":"Historic marker for Gilbert McQueen unveiled in Orlando"},"content":{"rendered":"

ORLANDO, Fla. \u2014 City officials unveiled a new historic marker in Orlando to honor Gilbert McQueen, the first African American from the city killed in combat during the Korean War. <\/p>\n

The unveiling ceremony took place at McQueen Park on West Lake Mann Drive as part of local Black History Month celebrations.<\/p>\n

The marker serves as a tribute to McQueen\u2019s service and sacrifice. <\/p>\n

According to city leaders, the memorial recognizes the significant role he played in the community\u2019s history following his death in 1951.<\/p>\n

The park where the marker stands has its own history tied to McQueen\u2019s legacy. <\/p>\n

Following his death, the city of Orlando invested in various improvements at Lake Mann. <\/p>\n

The area was eventually renamed McQueen Park to honor his memory and his lasting impact on the local community.<\/p>\n

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